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Hundreds attend GPHC’s Health Fair
Scenes from the health fair
Hundreds attended the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation’s (GPHC) health fair on Wednesday. The event was hosted on the East Street, North Cummingsburg Parking Lot, very close to the hospital.
A number of persons benefitted from the services offered at the 35 booths that were set up. There were eye testing, screening for diabetes, dental services and screening for substance abuse amongst others. Patrons also commended the Ministry of Public Health for hosting the fair.
Melissa McDonald, Senior Registrar in the Internal Medicine Department, said, “We’ll be doing 
lots of educational sessions, from the pediatrics department, talking to mothers about how to be safe with babies and vaccinations.”
The doctors from the maternity unit and Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA) were present to speak with women on various women’s health issues as well as cancers in women.
From the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Dr. Richard Jones, explained the importance of effective Family Planning. He said that they encourage patients to do proper family planning to avoid any complications during pregnancies.
“Family Planning in Guyana is very important. Over the years we have been able to establish a family planning Clinic at the GPHC through which we offer several services including different forms of contraception and counseling.
Planning your pregnancy and having the correct time is essential especially in young patients.”
Family Planning Clinic is held on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
The entire event was a success as patrons were not only satisfied with the service but they were also anxious for the next fair.
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